We hear from a Chinese medicine expert about the benefits of lotus seeds.

A nutritionist tells us about the different types of foods we should have to make a perfect plate for ourselves. She also connects our eating habits to climate change.

Our food researcher shares her knowledge about why eating too much protein is unnecessary and possibly harmful to our bodies.

We hear from another expert about how we can eat different types of grains and vegetables to make healthier choices.

This video discusses how to comprehensively create strong and lasting habits to maintain your health.

In this video the professionals move on to talking about how exercise, even just a little bit of movement a day, can keep you healthier and happier.

Health professionals explain that meat may have protein, but vegetables have it all. Processed foods should be avoided, and considering the season in which the fruit is ripe has better yields.

A doctor from a health clinic tells how he would rather have patience think about preventative care than treat people who are already sick. The key to curing disease is our good habits.

Andrew, our health guru, explains why we shouldn't over emphasize the use of proteins in our diet.

Master Andrew explains why digestion is so important to one's health.

In this video, we meet Andrew, a specialist in vegetarian living who describes his process for living a simple and healthy life.

Zhang Xiaofei has everything she needs except for a boyfriend. In this video we meet a potential boyfriend candidate.

This video talks about how wasteful it can be to shop excessively on Singles day. Not only do you not need so much stuff, it can be harmful to the environment.

Living in the political instability of the Wei, Jin, North-South dynasties was in itself an experience of great suffering. How did people like Xiaoming survive? The Buddhist ideas of submission and acceptance may have played a part.

Submission and acceptance of the world is something to respect. There is a phrase in Lao Tzu's "Dao De Jing", "the sage is ruthless, to them ten thousand things are but straw dogs". This phrase doesn't necessarily denounce sages or monks but rather reveres them for their ability to accept things as they are, which in it own right is a remarkable ability.

The expression that Buddha bears is one of deep peace, but where does this expression come from? What exactly is this so called, "deep peace" and how can we achieve this state of being?

Let's compare the Beiqi Buddha to that of the Northern Wei! Who knew Buddha icons could represent the same ideology yet be so different visually. Take a look for yourself.

How and why did does an icon of Buddha stop refugees in their tracks? Is is because of the religious symbolism behind the icon or is there more to this classic, ethereal icon?

We are constantly saying goodbye to our friends, to our family, to our past selves. Master Hong Yi is no different. These goodbyes became an inspiration for his song, "Farewell".

After becoming a monk Master Hong Yi deepened his study of Buddhism. The Buddhism value, love is compassion, became a part of his doctrine.

In the chaos and instability during Wei, Jin, and North-South dynasties people looked for hope and relief everywhere. When you have nothing how can you still have hope?

The transitions in Master Hong Yi's life happened naturally and are connected to his growth as an individual. Some wonder whether or not in his decision to become a monk he abandoned this world.

When Master Hong Yi left to become a monk everyone was shocked. Even his wife and kids didn't understand.

Through fasting Master Hong Yi began to adjust his lifestyle and mindset to fit that of a monk. Afterwards he shaved his head and formally became a monk.